Business Analyst Organizational Performance

First PREMIER Bank/PREMIER Bankcard; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical benefits

401(k) – dollar-for-dollar match up to

Generous paid time off

Dental and vision coverage

Wellness program

Volunteer hours

Job summary

First PREMIER Bank/PREMIER Bankcard in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a data analytics professional to drive insights for our credit card portfolio. You will analyze complex data, identify trends, and provide recommendations to enhance risk processes and financial performance.

You will leverage data science, analytics, and consumer finance expertise to support innovative solutions that align with our strategic goals, mentoring junior analysts and communicating outcomes to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data science/Analytics or a related field.
• 2+ years of practical business experience in financial services with consumer finance (preferred).
• Proficiency with data visualization tools and advanced analytics techniques.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and deliver insights to executives on potential changes to operations, products, or services.
• Develop KPIs and metrics to track strategic initiatives and performance.
• Build business cases and presentations for senior leadership.
• Mentor junior analysts and conduct performance reviews.
• Interview, hire, and train new staff; enforce company policies.

Skills

communication skills

independence

attention to detail

analytical thinking

organizational skills

problem solving

stress management

policy adherence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in data science/Analytics or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Qlik Sense

SQL

SAS

Python

R

Snowflake

DBeaver

Tidal

Job description

At First PREMIER Bank and PREMIER Bankcard, we’ve created a culture that emphasizes personal success, respect, health, and wellness, fun and giving back. This is an environment where you will be rewarded, valued, and celebrated for your hard work.

Job Description

Location: Sioux Falls, SD

Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Company: PREMIER Bankcard

About The Role

Drive data-driven insights and optimize organizational performance strategies for our credit card portfolio. Responsible for analyzing complex data sets, identifying trends, and providing actionable recommendations to enhance risk processes and improve overall financial performance. Leverage experience and expertise in data science, analytics, and consumer finance to support the development and implementation of innovative solutions that align with the company's strategic goals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand both data and business operations to formulate questions, analyze, and deliver insights to executives on potential changes to operations, products, or services.
• Seek out business opportunities using data and provide actionable recommendations to management.
• Conduct independent research, assess priorities, and adapt to changing needs with minimal supervision.
• Identify and develop advanced analytical techniques to respond proactively to market dynamics.
• Utilize cloud data environments and tools such as Snowflake, Tidal, and DBeaver.
• Apply both qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques, including statistical approaches, to solve analytics problems.
• Leverage advanced mathematics, programming, and tools like statistical modeling, machine learning, and AI for large-scale analysis.
• Mentor lower-level analysts, fostering intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the progress and impact of strategic initiatives.
• Develop business cases and presentations to communicate strategic insights and performance metrics to senior leadership.
• Interview, hire, and train new staff. Provide constructive and timely performance reviews. Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proficiency with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik Sense.
• Expertise in SQL, SAS, Python, or R for data analysis and manipulation.
• Experience with cloud computing and databases, including Snowflake, DBeaver, and Tidal.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex analytical findings into actionable business insights.
• Strong ability to work independently and make informed decisions.
• Great attention to detail, analytical thinking, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and solve problems effectively.
• Ability to handle stress, exercise self-control, and adhere to company policies and procedures while upholding company values.
• Bachelor’s degree in data science/Analytics or a related field (i.e. Business), required.
• Two (2+) or more years of practical business experience in financial services with consumer finance, preferred.
• Demonstrated experience and/or understanding of credit card systems or financial institutions, preferred.

Competitive Benefits Package

• Full medical benefits when working 20+ hours per week
• Traditional and high deductible health plan options available
• Free dental and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off plans
• 401(k) – dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% of total compensation
• Special discounts and offers for events at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
• PREMIER Wellness Program
• Paid community volunteer hours – PREMIER averages 30,000 hours per year
• Fun employee parties